Seva (8674 NE Flintlock Rd, Kansas City, MO 64157)Indian food with flavors that pop. Great patio. Had the chicken tikka masala. Dishes come with rice, salad and lentil soup. Vegetable pakora appetizers are delightful. Charles went there for the lunch buffet and thought it was very reasonable. Skip the coconut soup. Excellent service. Great fresno naan with chopped raisin and nut -- loved it, and it's worth trying!

Fridas (121st and Metcalf by the Costco, Overland Park)New location is open now. Pork tacos have "magic sauce" in them. Mary had the chicken mole - a little thin, but was really good, would get it again. Appetizer tamales were huge. Squash blossom quesadilla was incredible.Charles had a fish dish with cilantro sauce that was incredible.

Justus Drugstore (106 West Main Street, Smithville, MO)Our Food Critic Mary Bloch shares, "Jonathan Justice does a fabulous job with local ingredients." Offers a reasonable outdoor menu for the patio only. Follow them on Facebook for updates.

The Cottage Restaurant and Gallery (1185 Highway H drive in Hermann, MO)Our Food Critic Emily Farris, though not a fan of Missouri Wine, loves visiting Hermann. The cottage is run by women, with an art gallery, and are famous for their fried chicken and donut bread pudding. Very reasonably priced.Henry called with his review - said the chicken was a little disappointing.

The 59 Diner (Columbia, MO)An authentic diner with lots of kitch, not too far off I-70.

Bleu (Columbia, MO)Barbara writes, "Their specialties include a rosemary bleu-berry lemonade (alcoholic), Mac and cheese variations, and wonderful creative desserts. My last dinner there was a fabulous salmon with cheese grits. It has just moved to a new location."

Abigail’s (Rocheport, MO)

The Casbah (Lawrence, KS)Josh in Lawrence writes, "The best burgers that are within a short trip from the KC area are at The Burger Stand at The Casbah in downtown Lawrence on Massachusetts St. All the burgers there are mind blowing, and their truffle fries come direct from heaven."

Phoa Wa (Garden City, KS)

El Zarape (Garden City, KS)

K & M (Spring Hill, KS)Cassie writes, "K & M in Spring Hill, KS is a barbeque restaurant. It's best known for is extra large sandwich The Killer."

The RowHouse (Topeka, KS)Michelle in Prairie Village writes, "I would suggest listeners check out a restaurant in Topeka called The Rowhouse. It is in an old home near Downtown Topeka and has a delicious prix fixe menu and wine pairings available. Last time I was there that Chef gave us a tour of the kitchen. It is lovely and the owner and chef are so personable."Phillip writes, "Well worth the drive. Creative cuisine in a really cool atmosphere Everything we have ever tried has been exceptional."

The Pad (Topeka, KS)Gordon writes, "I lived in Topeka for 25 years, and while Bobo's is a great drive-in, the best hamburger/cheeseburger, by far, is found at The Pad on N. Topeka Blvd."

Catalpa (Aarow Rock, MO)John writes, "A fine dining establishment in an old house, run by the ever creative and talented Liz. She opened it two years ago and has really found her stride with this one. Excellent experience."Jordan writes, "Its absolutely delicious and my in-laws can't stop raving about it. They live in lake Ozark, mo and frequently drive all the way to Arrow Rock just to eat there."

Arrow Rock Tavern (Aarow Rock, MO)John shares this spot is "Long famous for it's fried chicken. Now under new management as of last year and really being run well."

Hillsdale Bank BBQ (Hillsdale, KS)Chad writes, "Hillsdale Bank BBQ is a fantastic place in Hillsdale KS, it has really good BBQ, fantastic brick oven pizza, and great iron skillet burgers. Sit in back in the patio/garden area."

Linger Longer (Bennington, KS)Melissa writes, "When I want to take a road trip, I opt to drive down hwy 18 to Bennington, Kansas (outside of Salina) to the Linger Longer. It is an old fashioned drug store that has been restored to all of its original glory day splendor. If you are yearning for a green river, a homemade vanilla malt or waffle cone, or even a long horn beef burger- then this is the place to go."

The Under Cliff (Joplin, MO)Kim suggests this spot, "if only for the experience. And the giant fries."

The Elms (Excelsior Springs, KS)Paula writes, "Chef Steven Cameron at The Elms in Excelsior Springs—does a fabulous breakfast!!—had an omelet with prosciutto, provolone, fresh spinach, & fresh fava beans, out of this world, a fennel and white raisin scone—amazing!! When the restaurant is in full swing it will be fabulous. Chef Cameron was previously at 40 Sardines."

Baan Thai (Leavenworth, KS)Heather writes, "I have to add BAAN THAI in Leavenworth is hands down some of the best Thai I've ever had, even in Thailand. Very authentic, large place, beautiful decor, nice service. Better Thai than any place in KC, and I've tried them all."

The Peppermill & Co (Atchison, KS)Great owners.

Snowball (Atchison, KS)Ice Cream and Sandwiches.

NEWS:

Feasters has closed. William writes "Sadly, Feaster’s in Baldwin City closed last week. Chris Feaster is now executive chef at Café 37 in West Plains (east of Springfield). Café 37 is the best eatery in that part of the state, in a lovely old opera house on the courthouse square. And Chris is back to his magic, with a wonderful menu, lots of farm to table, and moderate prices."

Galvins, the fried chicken restaurant in St. Joseph, has not yet reopened.